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Ahead of the World Cup Group B curtain-raiser between England and Iran, Sports Mole looks at some reasons why Iran should be confident about picking up a positive result. Amidst a storm of protests and controversy back home, and following a brave denouncement of the regime by their team captain, Iran World Cup underway against England at the…

The reigning World Cup champion begins its title defense at the 2022 FIFA World Cup on Tuesday. France opens its Group D slate against Australia in one of a few matches that are expected to have lopsided scores. Les Bleus are also paired with Denmark and Tunisia in their section, and the two European sides are favored to make it into the knockout…

On Monday afternoon, Gareth Bale announced his retirement from football at the age of 33. Wales' record goalscorer of all-time will be remembered for many things, golf springs to mind, but it shouldn't be forgotten that he was one of the best footballers of his generation. Bale won 16 major trophies during his time at Real Madrid, including five…

DUBAI: Opinion is often divided among football followers when it comes to Neymar. Alongside Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez at Barcelona from 2014-17, the forward was part of a triumverate to rival the game's most skilful and potent attacks. They amassed a combined total of 363 goals, 173 assists and trophies aplenty before Neymar was sold when Paris…

Edson Arantes do Nascimento, better known to the world as Pelé and nicknamed by his admirers as O Rei (The King), is hailed by many as the greatest icon of the football world. Many of the numerous records and other achievements that Pelé set in his stellar career of 21 years from 1956 to 1977 remain unbroken to this day. The Brazilian legendary…

In their final match before the 2022 World Cup begins, the United States will look to turn things around in a Tuesday friendly against Saudi Arabia in Murcia, Spain. The USMNT fell 2-0 to Japan in their last outing on Friday and it was a match that exposed several weaknesses for manager Gregg Berhalter and his squad. Most concerning, the Americans…

For many people (myself included), Argentina is the likely winner of this World Cup -- and they begin their 2022 campaign against Saudi Arabia on Tuesday. The Argentinians are on an incredible 36-match unbeaten run and will equal Italy's World record 37 in this fixture. They are a confident selection to achieve that record and break it against…

It will be a clash between skill and experience when Brazil face Croatia on Friday in the quarterfinals at the 2022 FIFA World Cup at Education City Stadium. Five-time champion Brazil are loaded with talent, and global icon Neymar is back from an ankle injury and helped lead the team to a 4-1 victory against South Korea on Monday. Croatia, 2018…

In this year's Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup, France and Denmark who have been the bookmaker's favorites to make it through to the round of sixteen in the ongoing tournament will lock horns in match day 2 of the Group D encounters. Denmark will feel the most of the pressure, having had to settle for a goalless draw in their first game against a…

Uruguay and South Korea will get their World Cup 2022 campaigns underway on Thursday at the Education City Stadium. Uruguay and South Korea are part of Group H, with Portugal and Ghana. The match between Uruguay and South Korea is massive for both teams' chances of qualifying for the knockout stages. The Uruguayans and South Koreans will feel like…

Senegal will play the Netherlands in Group A on Monday at the Al Thumama Stadium. The Dutch are the bookmakers' favourite to qualify as Group A winners. Senegal will aim to throw a spanner in the works, but it won't be easy for the African side. It was announced Senegal's star player, Sadio Mane, will miss the entire tournament. Mane's absence was…

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Hello, and welcome to the weekly L.A. Times soccer newsletter. I'm Kevin Baxter, The Times' soccer writer, and today we wonder why LAFC assistant Ante Razov isn't yet a head coach, go over the Galaxy's recent struggles, break down a diverse MLS player pool and look at the two Southern California expansion teams that are at the top of the National…

The Netherlands and Ecuador have taken control of Group A after 2-0 wins over their opposition to begin the 2022 FIFA World Cup but both Qatar and Senegal can cling to hopes of advancing from the group with a win as they go head-to-head on Friday. Qatar is the host nation but looked overmatched in a 2-0 loss to Ecuador on Sunday, while Senegal…

Reigning champion France have their sights on another appearance in the final, but Morocco will be intent on pulling off another shocker in a 2022 FIFA World Cup semifinal on Wednesday. Morocco have knocked off Spain and Portugal in consecutive matches, while France got past Poland and England in their knockout games. The Atlas Lions have been…

channel for our exclusive free betting tips, picks and offers. You can see our Argentina vs Croatia match stats below ahead of Tuesday's World Cup semi-final, with their key head-to-head record, the latest betting on the fixture and stats for each side based on their recent results. Find plenty of betting angles with our Argentina vs Croatia match…

England take on France in a huge World Cup quarter-final match on Saturday night and here at BettingOdds.com we've put together our Best Builder tips in the form of a 61/1 shout with Paddy Power. Gareth Southgate's side booked their place in the last-eight of the tournament thanks to a commanding performance after putting to bed the nerves of the…

Croatia will try to make one last run with their veteran squad when they face Japan on Monday in a 2022 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match at Al Janoub Stadium in Qatar. Croatia lost to France in the 2018 final. They ousted world No. 2 Belgium from the tournament on Thursday with a 0-0 draw. That followed a 4-1 thrashing of Canada, and players like…

You can follow the live action of the game between Spain and Japan on As.com. Though the 2010 world champions will be highly favored in this one, their opponents defeated the notoriously good Germans. That's all to say that at the 2022 FIFA World Cup anything can happen. On Wednesday afternoon, Spain and Japan will meet in their final match of…

Spain will try to win the group, and Japan will be out to spring another upset Thursday when the teams meet in a Group E finale at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Doha, Qatar. Spain lead the group, one point ahead of Japan and Costa Rica and three ahead of Germany, so it is wide open entering the final day. Spain can seal a spot with a draw, but Japan…

Two of the sides from the 2018 quarterfinals meet when Croatia battle Belgium in a Group F matchup on Thursday at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Belgium need to win or they will head home, following a disappointing start to the tournament. The Belgians lost 2-0 to Morocco on Sunday after beating Canada 1-0 in the opener. Croatia, meanwhile, blasted…

Few would have predicted Germany would be bottom of Group E after two games, but here we are and it's a case of all or nothing for Die Mannschaft against Costa Rica tonight. Defeat to Japan wasn't in the script for Hansi Flick's side, nor would be needing a late equaliser against Spain to salvage a point. That leaves Germany needing a favour off…

Canada failed to pick up points in its first two World Cup matches and now takes on Morocco in its final game on Thursday. The pregame narrative: Hakim Ziyech is one of Morocco's key offensive talents and we like him to pile up shot attempts. Meanwhile, Alphonso Davies plays a position where fouling is commonplace and Jonathan David holds value to…

The top spot in the group is up for grabs, and Spain and Japan will be among the teams trying to seize it when they meet in a Group E finale on Thursday at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The Spaniards lead the group with four points, with Japan and Costa Rica just a point behind, and dangerous Germany have a chance despite sitting on one point. The…

Canada will try to play spoiler on Thursday when they face Morocco in their final match at the 2022 FIFA World Cup at Al Thumama Stadium in Doha, Qatar. The Canadians have been eliminated from contention in their first World Cup appearance since 1986 after losing their first two matches. All three teams ahead of them in the Group F table have at…

Cristiano Ronaldo begins the final World Cup of his storied career when he and Portugal square off against Ghana on Thanksgiving in the teams' Group H opener at the 2022 World Cup at Stadium 974 in Doha, Qatar. The 37-year-old Ronaldo has scored in each of his four World Cup appearances (seven goals total) and can become the only player in World…

Five-time World Cup champion Brazil begin their quest for a sixth trophy when they take on Serbia in the 2022 FIFA World Cup opener for both teams. The Thursday match will be the second of Group G, with Switzerland and Cameroon facing off earlier that day. Brazil are loaded with such stars as Neymar, Richarlison and Vini Jr., and the Brazilians are…

Argentina came in as one of the 2022 FIFA World Cup favorites, but it's Poland sitting at the top of Group C as the teams prepare to square off Wednesday in a Group C finale. Mexico and Saudi Arabia meet in the other match at the same time, and that outcome will factor into which teams advance, so all four will be aiming for victory. Poland (1-1-0)…

Denmark have their back to the wall and need a win over Australia in their Group D showdown on Wednesday if they are to reach the knockout round of the 2022 World Cup. France have already clinched a spot into the next round, but Australia with three points and Denmark and Tunisia with one are battling for the final spot to advance. After losing 4-1…

Our Wales vs England betting picks for their final World Cup Group B fixture can be backed with up to $1000 in free soccer bets with BetOnline. See below our Wales vs England predictions, key stats and the latest match odds for this enormous World Cup 2022 Group B clash on Tuesday November 29 between the two British rivals. You can get a tasty…

This'll be a first-ever competitive meeting between these two; their four previous friendlies produced two Azerbaijani victories, one Belarusian win and a draw. Azerbaijan have only won seven away games since 2011, but the most recent of those came in a friendly in Minsk almost exactly 12 months ago. Under 2.5 goals and both teams to score NO is…

Portugal and Uruguay continue group play at the 2022 World Cup on Monday. The sides are part of Group H, with Portugal sitting atop the table with three points after one match. Portugal opened with a 3-2 victory over Ghana in the opening game on Thursday. Uruguay are tied for third in the group with one point coming off a 0-0 draw against South…

Germany are looking to avoid another humiliation, but they won't have it easy on Sunday when they take on Spain in their second Group E match at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The Germans failed to advance after coming into the 2018 World Cup as reigning champions. Now they come into this match at Al Bayt Stadium off a stunning 2-1 loss to Japan in their…

It's a battle between European powerhouses with vastly different levels of confidence when Spain take on Germany on Sunday in a Group E match at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Spain were completely dominant in a 7-0 victory against Costa Rica in their group opener on Wednesday, while Germany suffered a surprising 2-1 loss to Japan. Now, La Roja are…

Belgium are seeking their second victory, while Morocco aim to score their first goal at the 2022 FIFA World Cup when they face off Sunday at Al Thumama Stadium. The Belgians scraped out a 1-0 victory against a feisty Canada squad in their opener on Wednesday, while Morocco played to a 0-0 draw with 2018 runner-up Croatia. The Belgians are looking…

Group C at the 2022 FIFA World Cup is suddenly wide open, and Argentina and Mexico will both be desperate for a result when they meet Saturday at Lusail Stadium. Argentina's stunning 2-1 loss to Saudi Arabia on Tuesday upended the group, with La Albiceleste the clear favorites to win it. Now, they are in last place after Mexico and Poland played to…

Brazil start their quest for a sixth World Cup title on Thursday when they face Serbia on the final day of group-stage openers at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The teams are in Group G with Switzerland and Cameroon, and Brazil are the clear favorites to win the group at -275 at Caesars Sportsbook. They have won a record five World Cup titles and entered…

Two days after Cristiano Ronaldo and his club team, Manchester United, agreed to part ways, he and Portugal square off against Ghana on Thursday in the Group H opener for both teams at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Prior to the World Cup, the 37-year-old Ronaldo accused United of betrayal and took shots at manager Erik ten Hag and the club's…

Before Thursday NFL football kicks off, World Cup action will continue with Cristiano Ronaldo and also betting favorite Brazil in their first action of the tournament. We have the full schedule for the day, as well as breakdowns and our best bet for each match. The DraftKings World Cup promo code will activate a bet $5, win $150 bonus. If you win…

Bruno Fernandes is part of a very talented Portugal squad that's gone to Qatar Free football tips, best bets and analysis for Portugal v Ghana in World Cup Group H on Thursday. ITV1, 4pm Thursday Portugal and under 3.5 goals 1pt Evs Coral Portugal are one of the strongest football nations to have never reached a World Cup final but they have a…

Switzerland defenders swarm around Spain's Gavi in the Nations League Free football tips, best bets and analysis for Switzerland v Cameroon in World Cup Group G on Thursday. ITV, 10am Thursday Under 2.5 goals 1pt 4-6 bet365 Switzerland have scored fewer than two goals in six of their previous seven World Cup openers and they could get drawn into a…

England to win 1-0 against Iran- 4/1! At 4/1, a £10 bet would return £50! Bet £10 Get £30 in Free Bets Place a min £10 bet on the Sportsbook on odds of min 1/2 (1.5), get £30 in Free Bets. Rewards valid for 30 days. SMS verification required. Only deposits via cards will qualify. T&Cs apply. Please Gamble Responsibly Will England make a winning…

Belgium demolished Poland 6-1 in Brussels a week ago, this being the Eagles' biggest competitive defeat for 57 years. However, when meeting on Polish soil, Poland have won four of their last seven encounters with Belgium, losing only once. Both teams to score is 4/5. Both teams to score and over 2.5 goals is 13/10. Robert Lewandowski is 4/1 to…

Not great reading if you're a Socceroos fan, but here's how the Group D standings look after the opening round of matches. Their next match will be against Tunisia on Saturday night from 9pm AEDT. All eyes now on the Tunisia game on Saturday night (AEDT), in which the Socceroos simply have to get a result otherwise their World Cup will be over. The…

The Netherlands return to the world's biggest stage on Monday when they take on Senegal in their opening match at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. The Dutch failed to qualify in 2018, but they come in on a 15-game unbeaten run and are the favorite to win Group A. They face a Senegal squad that is without its best player but comes in as the reigning…

If Denmark have dreams of upsetting France and topping Group D, they must first achieve a positive result in their 2022 World Cup opener against Tunisia on Tuesday. The Danes, led by star Christian Eriksen, upset France twice in Nations League play this past summer, but now must prove they belong at the World Cup too. Still, Tunisia present a stiff…

To commence World Cup Group B action, England will take on Iran with kickoff set for 8 a.m. ET Monday from Khalifa International Stadium. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook's lines around the England vs. Iran odds, and make our best World Cup bets, picks and predictions. England is among the favorites to win it all, and its roster backs up the…

After the four-year wait, the new edition arrives at a new time of year (the end of fall) and in a new host country (Qatar) and, unlike four years ago, the United States men's national team will be part of the show. As the clock ticks down toward Sunday's soccer kickoff, the Times-Union takes an A to Z look at the 2022 World Cup, plus some of the…